Zenit/Zenit Quarz 2
Zenit Quarz 2

Zenit Quarz 2

Zenit · Russia · 1963–1968 (5 years) · 135 film

The Zenit Quarz 2 was a 35mm camera manufactured by KMZ (Krasnogorsky Mekhanichesky Zavod) in the Soviet Union between 1963 and 1968. As part of Zenit's extensive product line, the Quarz 2 represented a consumer-grade option for photographers seeking affordable film photography equipment. Built with Soviet manufacturing priorities in mind, it likely offered basic functionality without exceptional build quality or innovative features, representing a utilitarian approach to camera design common in the Eastern Bloc during this period. The camera was probably equipped with standard manual controls and a simple viewfinder system, designed primarily for practicality rather than advanced photographic capabilities.

Specifications

Film Format135

Pricing

Market Value
~$41

Editorial Ratings

Build Quality
3.0
Value
3.5
Collectibility
2.0
Historical Significance
2.0

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